A History of Science in Society
From Philosophy to Utility, Third Edition
Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Other Sciences, Philosophy & Social Aspects, History, World History
| Author: | Lesley Cormack, Andrew Ede | ISBN: | 9781442635012 |
| Publisher: | University of Toronto Press, Higher Education Division | Publication: | August 12, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Lesley Cormack, Andrew Ede |
| ISBN: | 9781442635012 |
| Publisher: | University of Toronto Press, Higher Education Division |
| Publication: | August 12, 2016 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
A History of Science in Society is a concise overview that introduces complex ideas in a non-technical fashion. Ede and Cormack trace the history of the changing place of science in society and explore the link between the pursuit of knowledge and the desire to make that knowledge useful.
New topics in this edition include astronomy and mathematics in ancient Mayan society, science and technology in ancient India and China, and Islamic cartography. New "Connections" features provide in-depth exploration of the ways science and society interconnect. The text is accompanied by 55 colour maps and diagrams, and 8 colour plates highlighting key concepts and events. Essay questions, chapter timelines, a further readings section, and an index provide additional support for students. A companion reader edited by the authors, A History of Science in Society: A Reader, is also available.
A History of Science in Society is a concise overview that introduces complex ideas in a non-technical fashion. Ede and Cormack trace the history of the changing place of science in society and explore the link between the pursuit of knowledge and the desire to make that knowledge useful.
New topics in this edition include astronomy and mathematics in ancient Mayan society, science and technology in ancient India and China, and Islamic cartography. New "Connections" features provide in-depth exploration of the ways science and society interconnect. The text is accompanied by 55 colour maps and diagrams, and 8 colour plates highlighting key concepts and events. Essay questions, chapter timelines, a further readings section, and an index provide additional support for students. A companion reader edited by the authors, A History of Science in Society: A Reader, is also available.
